David Olson
Houston City Mayor
Tell us about yourself:
Greetings, from your current Mayor of Houston, David Olson. I have been a Houston resident for 50 plus years. I have raised three children within the Houston School District, and I graduated from this school in 1975. I take great pride in being a part of our community.
Tell us about your work/life experience:
I have 40 plus years in the construction field; I have overseen duties including building highways, infrastructure, and many other related assignments. Because of this, I know how to bring people together, meet deadlines, and accomplish tasks at hand. Currently, I am serving two years as Houston City Mayor.
Tell us why you are running for office:
I’m running for re-election to continue improving this community. I have experience in volunteering for Houston American Legion Club, Veteran’s Memorial Park, and other various events. My involvement as mayor has included listening to and serving your concerns and needs. Currently, we are working to improve water and septic conditions for the people of Houston. This will be an ongoing process as funding allows. I want to ensure that the people of Houston are heard, safe, and secure. Together, we can make this happen. I would be proud to serve another term as your city mayor and move forward together.
Al Williams
Wykoff Mayor
Tell us about yourself:
I graduated from Wykoff Public School in 1966 and was drafted into the Army for two years. I then worked for the city of Spring Valley. I was married to my wife Joanne for 45 years and she passed away in 2014 of cancer. I have two sons, Bruce and Collin and I have four granddaughters.
Tell us about your work/life experience:
After working for Spring Valley, I went to work for Wykoff and was on the fire department for 35 years. I have also served on the Wykoff and Kingsland School Boards. I retired in 2014 and ran for mayor and I am in my second term.
Tell us why you are running for office:
Each time that I have run for school board and mayor, I did so because I felt some changes needed to be made and I felt I could make a difference. I have worked in municipalities for over 40 years. I have had the privilege of serving and working with many board members and learned from them all. I believe we all enter this world about the same and we should treat everyone with the same respect that we expect to receive in return. Please vote for Al Williams and we will continue to move forward together.
Wade Baker
Wykoff Mayor
Tell us about yourself:
I’m 43 years old and was born and raised in Fillmore, Minn. I went to Wykoff school threw 11th grade, then graduated from Chatfield in 1993. I lived in Chatfield from 1993-2011. I moved to Wykoff and that’s where I presently reside.
Tell us about your work/life experience:
I worked at Toppy Hill Farms from age 12-18. I worked for Baker’s Concrete for 27 years. I have had many winter jobs as well. I was a member of Chatfield Fire from 2001-2011. I’m a member of Wykoff Fire and have been fire chief since 2012.
Tell us why you are running for office:
I feel as mayor that I can help shape this community to be the best it can be. I think that our city needs to get back to the “basics.” We need to use common sense and concentrate on running our city as a business. I have been to almost all of the city council meetings since 2012, and I think that will aid me in the duties as mayor. I feel I have good leadership qualities and would like to have the chance to use them as mayor. I think we need to develop better ways to be more efficient as a town.
Russell Smith
Chatfield Mayor
Tell us about yourself:
Chatfield resident for over 20 years. I enjoy serving the people of Chatfield and being active in our local community. Wife Brenda, sons Dustin and Joshua, pet Carin Chihuahua mix “RALF.”
Tell us about your work/life experience:
Air Force Veteran, currently work for MnDOT, have over 20 years of experience in construction materials inspection. I enjoy vintage audio equipment and digital photography. My family in is my greatest source of pride.
Tell us why you are running for office:
I enjoy serving Chatfield and want to stay involved in the current and future projects upcoming in Chatfield. The next year will be exciting for Chatfield with the new pool and the Highway 52 project next summer, as well as the planned retail and industrial growth for our community.
Pam Kunert
Ostrander Mayor
Tell us about yourself:
I grew up in Spring Valley and lived there until I got married. I have been married to Robert Kunert for 45 wonderful years. We have four children and 18 grandchildren whom are all a big part of our lives. We moved into Ostrander from the farm in 1983.
Tell us about your work/life experience:
I am the Community Director/RN at Traditions Assisted Living in Preston. I have been in supervisory roles for 30 plus years and managed many people with different personalities. I was a first responder for 19 years. I have been a city council member for 16 years. I have managed a budget during my entire career.
Tell us why you are running for office:
I am running for the office of Mayor so that we can return to working with our residents to improve our city. I have the honesty and integrity that is required of someone in that position. I have spent many years representing our city. I would like to be a part of the completion of Phase 2 of our construction project. One of my goals is to see all departments of our city working together as a whole. I feel it is now time for new leadership on the council and the mayor.
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